Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours)(International Students)

Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours) (International Students) only accepts applications from International Students.

The four-year Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (BEPH) program, offered at the honours level with one paid co-op term, prepares students for careers as environmental public health professionals (EPHPs) in both public and private sectors. Graduates with diplomas in biotechnology, environmental technology, or degrees in science-related fields can complete an accelerated two-year version of the program.

Accredited by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI), the BEPH program meets the education requirements for certification as a public health inspector. The program focuses on disease prevention and creating healthy environments by assessing and controlling environmental factors that impact community health.

Students gain applied knowledge in toxicology, risk exposure, and assessment, with a curriculum emphasizing experiential learning and the integration of technology for research, collaboration, and communication. The program challenges students to consider various perspectives on public health practice and policy while developing leadership skills and professional confidence. Graduates will be equipped with critical thinking, risk assessment, and communication skills to succeed in the interdisciplinary field of environmental public health.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
• For students with transcripts from outside of Canada, a comprehensive course-by-course credential evaluation is required.

What You’ll Learn

• Analyze research findings to make evidence-based decisions on environmental public health issues.
• Promote compliance with industry standards by interpreting guidelines, legislation, and policies.
• Assess health hazards using risk assessment principles to recommend mitigation and compliance strategies.
• Develop health recommendations by evaluating the impact of current and past public health practices, including ethical and political factors.
• Apply conflict management and negotiation strategies to communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including governments and communities.